Monthly Archives: February 2013

When is the last time you took some much-needed time off? As vacations become more of a luxury than a regular occurrence, you’ll probably find yourself spending more money than you used to in order to truly relax and get away. So in order to protect these valuable experiences, we at Protect Your Bubble offer travel insurance starting at $14 per day and plans that cover trip emergencies, cancellations and interruptions.

When considering travel insurance, you should ask yourself these 6 questions to determine whether you’re a good candidate before you purchase:

1. Does my trip cost more than $500 per person?

2. Am I traveling to an area where illness/injury is possible?

3. Would it be financially concerning if I had to forfeit my entire investment if something were to go wrong or be cancelled?

4. Will work/life obligations or emergencies prevent me from traveling?

5. Are there cancellation restrictions with airline, hotel, cruise, etc?

6. Would I enjoy the travel planning experience more if I had peace of mind?

If you responded yes to any of these questions, then it’s likely you are a prime candidate for travel insurance. Again, we offer travel protection starting at $14 per trip. Come get a quick quote! Then just make sure you put the technology away, and have some fun with your friends or loved ones so that you can truly enjoy your time off.

Everyone feels that rush of pride when they pull the wrap off their brand new shiny iPhone. Although you’d do anything to avoid it, you know it’s going to get take a few lumps from daily life, and a few dings, scratches, and slow-loading apps are inevitable. If you’re one of the many owners out there who is considering getting a little extra protection for your treasured Apple device, here are 3 quick facts you should keep in mind while shopping for an iPhone warranty:

On behalf of the Protect Your Bubble team, we’re proud to announce that we are now offering Renter’s Insurance to renters and tenants all across the U.S.

Whether you’re in an apartment, dorm, single family home or condo, it’s smart to understand your options and the many benefits that renters insurance provides you. We can tell you that people decide to get a policy for a variety of reasons:

Coverage for personal belongings

Emergency back-up expenses in case the rental unit is deemed unlivable due to damage

5 Reasons to Get Renter’s Insurance From Protect Your Bubble

Protect Your Bubble is a different kind of insurance brand. We’re a lifestyle company, which means that we also offer smartphone insurance, pet insurance, travel insurance, rental car insurance, and extended warranties for your home appliances and electronics. We ditch the legal speak so that you can get simple coverage for the important things in your life. 5 reasons to select us for your insurance needs include:

We’re part of a Forbes Fortune 500 company

We offer flexible, affordable policies for every budget

Our efficient, responsive claims team is available 24/7

Our claims team has been in the business for over 20 years, so we’ve just about seen it all

We build in unique discounts for many things you already have: smoke alarms, burglar alarms, deadbolts, Internet purchase discount and more

Did you know that you can cover as little as $10k in personal property with Protect Your Bubble’s Renter’s Insurance? This is especially useful if you live in a dorm or small apartment and you don’t have a lot of personal stuff anyway. This is just another example of how we work hard to deliver affordable prices to you.

Additional Renter’s and Tenant’s Insurance Resources

Don’t forget to do your homework. Check out these resources for more information:

With a recent cruise disaster on everyone’s minds, you might be more apt to cross your “t’s” and dot your “i’s” when preparing for your next cruise vacation. We don’t blame you. Vacationing on the water is quite a different experience and there are many considerations you’ll want to keep in mind. By following these five cruise safety tips, your next water-logged vacation will be free of mishaps.

Don’t Float with a Failure: Each cruise ship is inspected for cleanliness, safety, water filtration, pest control and so much more. Every area of the ship is graded according to the requirements of the Vessel Sanitation Program of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Research your choices by contacting the department for the “report cards” for each company to see where they stand on the important issues of cruise ship safety.

Safe and Secure: To help insure the safety of the passengers’ valuables, cruise lines provide space in the onboard vault for those special items you wish to store. Passports, return tickets, and jewelry should all be kept in the cruise safe, not in the one provided in your rooms. Storing items in your cabin safe can be as unsecure as leaving them sitting on the table.

Copy that: Make two copies of all important documents like passports, driver’s license and credit cards and leave one copy with a trusted friend on land. The other copy should be kept in a separate, secure place and the original documents should be in the cruise safe. This will ensure that you always have the valuable information available.

Negotiations: Land excursions can be risky so prepare in advance for the potential pitfalls of adventures on foreign soil. You can join the planned adventures that the cruise line offers which are more expensive but also more secure. If you decide to venture on land alone, be on guard and make sure to determine prices for everything in advance, especially cab fare. The last thing you want is to take a cab somewhere you don’t know and argue with the cabbie over the fare because you didn’t determine the price beforehand.

Consider Cruise Insurance: Having the right cruise insurance can be hugely beneficial for safety. Travel insurance can help travelers with a long list of issues including medical expenses and lost baggage. For prices as low as $14 for a single trip, we at Protect Your Bubble can insure travelers for numerous unexpected cruise safety issues. Protect Your Bubble provides coverage for medical, dental, and ID theft related emergencies. We also provide assistance and compensation in the event of travel delays, missed connections, and lost or delayed baggage. Our 24/7 concierge and emergency assistance team is ready to help when you need us.

Vacations are special events that many of us don’t take as often as we should. So make time to do the prep work. By protecting yourself during these rare moments of relaxation with the tips above, you can help keep the stress away with the ocean breeze in your hair, the sunset at your back and a frosty beverage in hand.

If you’ve carefully reviewed your auto insurance package and determined that you need a little extra coverage while driving a rental, take heart—you don’t have to settle for the $40 a day the rental agency is quoting you. Here are 5 quick tips to keep in mind while choosing your temporary insurance policy:

1. Only Get The Coverage Lacking In Your Personal Car Insurance

It’s a financially savvy decision to purchase and drive a paid-for used vehicle. This allows you to avoid both a monthly car bill and a pricier monthly insurance premium. However, you’re going to need full coverage when driving a rental, so be prepared to temporarily pay a little more. Keep in mind though that you don’t need to double up on anything—just look for the weak spots in your own policy, and fill them in with a little extra insurance for the duration of the car rental.

2. Buy From A 3rd Party Insurer Online, Not From The Rental Company

While rental coverage is a good idea, you don’t have to grudgingly accept the pricey policy that the rental car agency will offer you. There are a number of companies online that can offer you great collision coverage for a fraction of the price that you’ll pay at the pickup counter, so it’s worth shopping around a bit.

3. Choose The Model Of Your Rental Car Wisely

While you may have never seen yourself behind the wheel of a 2 door Geo, it’s always a good idea to rent for practicality and not comfort, especially if it’s only for a few days. Not only will you run a lower liability risk with a smaller vehicle, you’ll save a few dollars a day on your insurance rate.

4. Consider Getting A Non-Owner Liability Policy

This is mainly useful for those who travel on a frequent basis and don’t use a vehicle at home, but this can insure you for multiple rentals at a time, and can ultimately save you money over an individual policy for each rental car.

5. Plan Ahead For Your Insurance Needs And Stick To Your Guns

If you don’t have the time to select a cheaper policy online, you can still go into the rental car agency with a firm sense of purpose on exactly what you’re willing to pay for. If you have liability and personal injury coverage through your regular insurance, you’re probably just going to need the collision and theft protection policy, which will cut your bill in half. The car company will obviously try to persuade you otherwise—and it can be very easy to check a couple extra boxes on your rental form. So make sure you’re firm on what you want, and double check everything before you sign.

If you have any questions about car rental insurance, let us know, let us know. FYI you can get a policy for $7.99 a day, and have it in place before you ever put the keys in your rental.